Last Updated: January 11, 2026
Welcome to VidCompress! We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we handle your information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your information.
VidCompress is a video compression and editing application that processes all media files locally on your device. We do not upload, store, or transmit your videos or photos to any external servers.
Device Information
Android version
Device model and manufacturer
Screen resolution
Language settings
Purpose: To ensure app compatibility and optimize performance for your device.
App Usage Data
Features you use most frequently
App crashes and error reports
Time spent in the app
Button clicks and navigation patterns
Purpose: To improve app functionality, fix bugs, and understand which features are most valuable to users.
Advertising Data
Ad impressions and clicks
Advertising ID (anonymous identifier)
Ad interaction metrics
Purpose: To display relevant advertisements and measure ad performance.
We want to be crystal clear about what we DO NOT collect:
❌ Your Videos or Photos - We never upload your media files to any server
❌ Personal Information - No names, email addresses, or phone numbers
❌ Location Data - We don't track where you are
❌ Contacts - We don't access your contact list
❌ Messages - We don't read your SMS or emails
❌ Financial Information - No credit card or payment data
❌ Browsing History - We don't track your web activity
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
1. App Functionality
Compress and edit your videos locally on your device
Provide storage analysis and optimization tools
Save your app preferences and settings
2. Performance Improvement
Identify and fix bugs and crashes
Optimize app speed and efficiency
Test new features before release
3. Analytics
Understand which features are most popular
Improve user experience based on usage patterns
Make data-driven decisions for future updates
4. Advertising
Display relevant ads to support the free app
Measure ad effectiveness
Comply with advertising partner requirements
All video and photo processing happens entirely on your device.
When you compress a video or use any editing tool:
✅ The file is read from your device storage
✅ Processing happens locally using your device's processor
✅ The compressed/edited file is saved back to your device
❌ Nothing is uploaded to the internet
❌ We never see your files
Your media files never leave your phone.
We use the following trusted third-party services to provide and improve our app:
Purpose: Display advertisements
Data Collected: Advertising ID, ad interactions, device information
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
AdMob may use cookies and similar technologies to show you personalized ads based on your interests. You can opt out of personalized advertising in your device settings.
Purpose: App distribution, updates, and crash reporting
Data Collected: Device information, crash logs
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Purpose: App usage analytics
Data Collected: App events, user engagement metrics
Privacy Policy: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy
VidCompress requires the following permissions to function:
Permissions:
READ_MEDIA_IMAGES (Android 13+)
READ_MEDIA_VIDEO (Android 13+)
READ_MEDIA_AUDIO (Android 13+)
READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE (Android 12 and below)
WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE (Android 9 and below)
Why We Need This: To read your videos and photos for compression, and to save the compressed files back to your device.
What We Do:
Read only the files you select
Save compressed files to your chosen location
Never upload files to any server
Permission: INTERNET
Why We Need This:
Display advertisements (AdMob)
Send anonymous analytics data
Check for app updates
What We Do:
Only transmit anonymous usage data
Never upload your media files
Ads are loaded from AdMob servers
We take your privacy seriously and implement the following security measures:
Local Processing
All media processing happens on your device
No file uploads to external servers
Your files remain under your control
Data Transmission
Analytics data is encrypted in transit (HTTPS)
Minimal data collection
Anonymous identifiers only
Third-Party Security
We only use trusted partners (Google)
Partners comply with industry-standard security practices
Regular security audits
You have the following rights regarding your data:
You can view what data we collect through your device's app settings.
Compressed Files: Delete any compressed videos from the Archive screen in the app.
Analytics Data: Contact us to request deletion of analytics data.
Advertising Data: Reset your Advertising ID in device settings.
Personalized Ads: Disable in Android Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization
Analytics: Disable in device settings (varies by manufacturer)
Your compressed files are stored on your device and can be transferred at any time.
VidCompress is suitable for all ages (rated Everyone/PEGI 3). However, we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will delete such information.
Compliance:
COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act)
GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
Google Play Family Policy
Usage Analytics: Retained for up to 24 months, then automatically deleted
Crash Reports: Retained for up to 90 days
Advertising Data: Managed by AdMob, typically 30-90 days
Your Media Files: Stored only on your device, under your control
If you use VidCompress outside your country of residence, please note:
Analytics data may be processed in the United States (Google servers)
We comply with applicable data protection laws
Your media files remain on your device and are never transferred
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect:
Changes in our practices
Legal or regulatory requirements
New features or services
When we make changes:
We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top
Significant changes will be announced in the app
Continued use of the app constitutes acceptance of changes
We recommend reviewing this policy periodically to stay informed.
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
Right to know what personal information is collected
Right to delete personal information
Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights
Note: We do not sell your personal information.
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
Legal Basis for Processing:
Consent: For analytics and advertising
Legitimate Interest: For app functionality and improvement
Contract: To provide the services you request
Your GDPR Rights:
Right to access your data
Right to rectification
Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
Right to restrict processing
Right to data portability
Right to object to processing
Right to withdraw consent
To exercise these rights, contact us at the email below.
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:
Email: [
your-support-email@example.com]
App: VidCompress - Video Compressor
Developer: [Your Name/Company]
Response Time:
General inquiries: Within 48 hours
Privacy requests: Within 7 days
Data deletion requests: Within 30 days
By downloading, installing, or using VidCompress, you agree to this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection and use of information as described herein.
If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use the app.
Learn More About Privacy:
Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Android Privacy Settings: https://support.google.com/android/answer/9431959
AdMob Privacy: https://support.google.com/admob/answer/6128543
Manage Your Privacy:
Reset Advertising ID: Settings → Google → Ads
Review App Permissions: Settings → Apps → VidCompress → Permissions
Clear App Data: Settings → Apps → VidCompress → Storage → Clear Data
In Plain English:
✅ We compress your videos on your device - they never leave your phone
✅ We collect anonymous usage data to improve the app
✅ We show ads to keep the app free
✅ You can delete your data anytime
✅ We don't sell your information
✅ Your privacy is our priority
Thank you for trusting VidCompress!
This privacy policy was last updated on January 11, 2026, and is effective immediately.